Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Certification
Affiliations
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Sofia Garcia

Southampton,Hampshire

Summary

Dedicated professional with extensive experience in senior care and childcare. Demonstrates strong skills in music appreciation, resilience, and persistence. Possesses a deep understanding of dementia awareness. Committed to providing compassionate care and enhancing the quality of life for individuals across all age groups. Prepared to use communication skills in a role in Hospitality or Retail.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Nursing home volunteer

MHA
Southampton, Hampshire
08.2025 - Current
  • Coordinated daily activities for leisure, entertainment
  • Tailored activities to meet needs of the elderly residents to increase accessibility.
  • Generated activity programmes for up to 40 individuals in residential setting.
  • Adjusted activity plans according to individual needs and preferences of participants
  • Prioritised safety during all activities, minimising risk of accidents or injuries amongst participants
  • Demonstrated compassion towards residents particularly when their mental capacity is limited.
  • Ensured participant enjoyment by coordinating diverse activities.
  • Contributed to development of varied, stimulating activity programmes.

Childcare assistant

Co-op childcare
Southampton, Hampshire
07.2023 - 07.2023
  • Managed nap times efficiently to ensure each child had adequate rest.
  • Prepared craft materials encouraging creativity among children.
  • Administered first aid promptly to minimise injuries during accidents or illnesses.
  • Supervised outdoor activities ensuring safety at all time for peaceful mind of parents.
  • Demonstrated empathy and understanding when dealing with challenging behaviour from children.
  • Fostered a safe and stimulating environment by observing children's behaviour and organising age-appropriate activities.
  • Maintained cleanliness and hygiene in the play area, reducing risk of infection among children .

Education

GCSEs -

Saint George Catholic College
Southampton
09.2022 - 08.2024

Skills

  • Music appreciation
  • Senior care experience
  • Childcare expertise
  • Resilience and persistence
  • First Aid certification
  • Dementia awareness

Certification

Oakley Training and Consultancy

Emergency first aid

Completed 12/12/2024

Valid until 11/12/2027

Affiliations

  • Playing Guitar
  • Crochet

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Nursing home volunteer

MHA
08.2025 - Current

Childcare assistant

Co-op childcare
07.2023 - 07.2023

GCSEs -

Saint George Catholic College
09.2022 - 08.2024
Sofia Garcia